Richard Sennett. Building and Dwelling
In “Building and Dwelling”, Richard Sennett (Chicago, 1943) demonstrates one of the most fundamental qualities of an urban planner: his love for cities. In Sennett’s case, this love is intrinsic and unconditional. The renowned urban sociologist illustrates this point in each of his books, through countless stories. These are...
Deconstructing the Metropolis: Polycentrism and the Urban Entropy Puzzle
The city, that ever-shifting and complex ecosystem, has long defied simple definition. From the singular, dominant cores of industrial yore to the sprawling, multi-nodal landscapes of today, urban forms are in perpetual flux. Understanding this evolution is more than an academic exercise; it’s crucial for shaping sustainable,...
Data, processes, public space and urban design. UCM Master’s Degree in Smart Cities (Madrid, 21 January 2025)
On 21 January I was invited to give a lecture